Istanbul was hit by exceptionally heavy rainfall on 14 and 15 October 2026, causing severe flooding, flash floods and major disruptions to daily life. Record rainfall levels were recorded in some parts of the city, flooding numerous roads, underpasses, residential…

The European Commission has proposed a common rating scheme for data centres in the EU aimed at increasing transparency around their energy and water use and supporting their sustainable integration into the European energy system. The scheme will cover individual…

Extreme temperatures, prolonged drought, and strong winds have sparked a new wave of wildfires across Southern Europe. In recent weeks, Spain, France, and Italy have been the hardest hit, with firefighting services and civil protection units working around the clock…

Artificial turf, most commonly used on sports fields, children’s playgrounds, in parks, and for landscaping yards, is generally made from fossil-fuel-based plastics and often contains rubber or plastic infill. For this reason, the development of the first biopolymer artificial turf…

The European Union will deploy its highest number of firefighters, aircraft, and emergency response experts this summer to ensure faster and more effective responses to wildfires, which are becoming increasingly frequent and destructive due to climate change. In high-risk areas…